Steam Returns to the Smokies

[CSX1702]

On July 22nd, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad #1702 will return to excursion service. I couldn't be more excited as this is my favorite locomotive and the one that got me into railroading. They will also be running an 8 hour photo run from Dillsboro to the Nantahala Gorge with two run-bys. I would absolutely love to be on that train and I'm going to look into getting off work for it.

Click here to read the official release from the GSMR:

http://www.gsmr.com/sites/default/fi...20Railroad.pdf

[CSX1702]

To anyone who may be interested: I emailed the Gsmr about when tickets will be available for the photo special and this was the reply:

"The details are still being worked out for this returning event, but we should have the information published to our site soon along with it being available to purchase.

I have set a reminder for myself to let you know as soon as it is available. "

I'm impressed at the customer service. I was emailed back in less than 24 hours and they will personally inform me when tickets become available.

[CSX1702]

Per the GSMR Facebook page: she has passed all hydro tests!

https://www.facebook.com/GreatSmokyM...type=3&theater

[JimThias]

Originally Posted by CSX1702

Per the GSMR Facebook page: she has passed all hydro tests!

Got a decent pic of this locomotive? I'd like to see what he looks like.

[Decapod401]

Originally Posted by JimThias

Got a decent pic of this locomotive? I'd like to see what he looks like.

Here ya go!

PhotoID: 130800 Photograph © John Higginson

[CSX1702]

Originally Posted by JimThias

Got a decent pic of this locomotive? I'd like to see what he looks like.

This is the video that got me into:
1. This locomotive
2. Railroading in general
3. Railroad photography

I almost get emotional watching this. And the whistle at 1:00 in still gives me chills. Lol.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eKoSoee6NDk

[JimThias]

Originally Posted by Decapod401

Here ya go!

Good looking unit!

[CSX1702]

Originally Posted by JimThias

Good looking unit!

I always thought it was one the best looking steam engines.